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UHDPD Partners with UH, METRO on Public Safety

May 26, 2026

Chief of Police at UHD, Clemente Rodriguez, joined with UH and METRO leadership to promote safety awareness.

University of Houston-Downtown's Kappa Delta Chi student chapter holds a sign and tables on the university's third floor mural area during week of welcome.

How Greek Life at UHD Shapes Servant Leaders

May 20, 2026 | By Felicity Tutu

For many students, joining a Greek organization at UHD becomes a defining part of their college experience, shaping their leadership skills and service mindset. “Being part of a Greek-letter organization means committing to something bigger than...

Toi Durham speaks with high school students with the nursing program at the university of houston-downtown

New Lab To Provide UHD’s Nursing Students With Transformational Learning Experience

May 20, 2026

Educating students for a career in nursing is not like any other course of study. It requires a blending of classroom theory with immediate, real-world application very early in the process—a honing of skills combined with sincere human...

Rim Mohamed at Dogan Elementary

Urban Education Alumni Make the Grade

May 20, 2026 | By Hayden Bergman

Across Houston, UHD alums are using what they learned at their alma mater to instill in students a sense that what they learn in school is a pathway to opportunity.

A student walking toward the entrance to UHD's College of Public Service.

New Master of Social Work Program Will Expand Career Pathways, Meet Regional Workforce Need

May 18, 2026 | By Hayden Bergman

The university will launch a new Master of Social Work (MSW) program, an initiative that addresses a workforce need while also opening the door for Gators to move beyond entry-level roles.

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Have an Impact on UHD’s Marketing and Communications

May 15, 2026

Want to have a say in the next tag line? Or influence how information is shared on campus? Be a part of a focus group on these days and times:  2:30 to 3:30 p.m. - Tuesday, JUNE 9 - ACAD700.  11 a.m. to noon - Thursday, JUNE 11 -...

Arpita Shroff smiles in front of a marilyn davies college of business step-and-repeat at the university of houston-downtown. Shroff spearsheaded the volunteer income tax assistance program at the university of houston-downtown.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) By the Numbers

May 14, 2026 | By Sandra Bretting

For many people, preparing an income tax return is like learning a foreign language: It can be time-consuming, confusing, and often seems never-ending.  According to Dr. Arpita Shroff, Associate Professor of Accounting and International Business at...

Two high school seniors hold up university of houston-downtown pennants at the university's commitment day in april 2026

UHD’s Newest Tradition: Commitment Day

May 14, 2026

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, hundreds of high school seniors and their families gathered at UHD to celebrate their college choice for the fall: the University of Houston-Downtown. “We were excited to welcome all the students and their families to...

Seven student members of the university of houston-downtown's student broadcast iRadio

UHD’s iRadio Enters a New Era of Student Broadcasting

May 14, 2026 | By Felicity Tutu

For the last 10 years, iRadio has served as a platform where UHD students can share their perspectives and connect with the campus community. From sports commentary and campus conversations to anime discussions and live interviews, the student-led...

Graduating student smiling at UHD's 80th commencement

UHD 80th Commencement Ceremony a Success for Gator Students

May 8, 2026

UHD's 80th commencement ceremony was a success for Gator students as they took the next step in their journey.